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fructose

[ˈfrʌktəʊs]

fructose Definition

a simple sugar found in many fruits and vegetables, which is sweeter than glucose and is an important source of energy for the body.

Using fructose: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fructose" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Fructose is often used as a sweetener in processed foods.

  • Example

    Fruits like apples, pears, and bananas contain high levels of fructose.

  • Example

    Fructose is metabolized differently than glucose in the body.

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Summary: fructose in Brief

Fructose [ˈfrʌktəʊs] is a simple sugar that is sweeter than glucose and is found in many fruits and vegetables. It is often used as a sweetener in processed foods and is an important source of energy for the body. Fructose is metabolized differently than glucose in the body.

How do native speakers use this expression?

Glucose,

fructose,

sucrose,

maltose,

lactose,

dextrose,

and

starch

are

all

forms

of

sugar.